Full-Time

Finops Analyst

Posted on 8/29/2024

MetroStar

MetroStar

201-500 employees

Technology solutions for government agencies

Government & Public Sector
Enterprise Software

Mid

Odenton, MD, USA

US Top Secret Clearance Required

Category
Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A)
Finance & Banking
Required Skills
Communications
Management
Tableau
Excel/Numbers/Sheets
Requirements
  • Active TS//SCI with CI poly
  • 3+ years of experience in a FinOps, cloud financial management, or similar role.
  • Proven experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, Google Cloud) and their cost management tools (e.g., AWS Cost Explorer, Azure Cost Management)
  • Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex financial data and metrics.
  • Proficiency in financial modeling, budgeting, and forecasting.
  • Expertise in Excel and financial reporting tools (e.g., Tableau, Power BI).
  • Understanding of cloud economics and pricing models.
  • Strong communication skills with the ability to explain financial concepts to non-financial stakeholders.
Responsibilities
  • Collaborate with IT product teams to identify elements of total cost and measures of utilization.
  • Monitor, analyze, and report on costs and utilization across products, cloud providers, and classification levels
  • Develop and maintain dashboards and reports to track expenditures and utilization.
  • Identify cost-saving opportunities and provide recommendations for optimization.
  • Analyze variances between actual spend and budgeted amounts, providing insights and corrective actions.
  • Collaborate with finance and engineering teams to ensure accurate financial planning.
  • Identify opportunities for automation in FinOps to improve efficiency.
  • Work with engineering teams to automate cost management and reporting.
  • Continuously explore new tools and technologies that can enhance FinOps capabilities.

MetroStar offers technology solutions that enhance digital experiences for government agencies by modernizing IT infrastructure and creating digital tools. They have worked with various clients, including the Department of Health and Human Services, to improve outdated systems and provide virtual training for law enforcement, saving costs and training thousands. In agriculture, they developed a tool for the U.S. Department of Agriculture to help farmers access pandemic relief funds. MetroStar differentiates itself by tailoring its services to meet the specific needs of government clients, aiming to drive efficiency and innovation in public sector operations.

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

$4.4M

Headquarters

Reston, Virginia

Founded

1999

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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • MetroStar's Comet design system aligns with the growing trend of DesignOps in government.
  • Their DEI focus matches the public sector's increasing emphasis on diversity and inclusion.
  • Partnerships for broadband access meet rising demand in rural areas, enhancing connectivity.

What critics are saying

  • Competition from companies like NTT Data could limit MetroStar's large-scale contract opportunities.
  • Reliance on USWDS and React may lead to inefficiencies in design system projects.
  • New initiatives like Comet may require time and resources to prove their value.

What makes MetroStar unique

  • MetroStar specializes in digital services for government agencies, focusing on IT modernization.
  • The company excels in creating user-centric digital experiences for public sector innovation.
  • MetroStar's virtual training platforms have saved $16 million in travel expenses for law enforcement.

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Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Paid Vacation

Paid Sick Leave

Paid Holidays

Professional Development Budget

Wellness Program

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